NPI Quality Program Manager

Advanced Energy; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Our site in Littlehampton, UK is seeking a NPI Quality Program Manager to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Quality Program Manager (QPM) to lead quality initiatives for New Product Introduction (NPI) and drive continuous improvement in product development processes. This role is critical in ensuring that product designs meet the highest quality and reliability standards from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate best-in-class quality methodologies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Design Quality

1. Lead end-to-end quality planning and risk management for new product development, ensuring robust design processes and compliance with quality requirements.
2. Develop and execute Design for Quality & Reliability strategies to meet customer expectations and industry standards.
3. Drive NUDD risk analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), lessons learned, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in product development.
4. Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance, safety standards, and best industry practices throughout the design lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration

1. Partner with engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer quality teams to embed quality in all development phases.
2. Collaborate with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and supplier quality teams to align quality standards and enhance product reliability.
3. Drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to proactively address design-related quality challenges.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

1. Utilise 8D, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Lean methodologies to implement systematic process improvements.
2. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and critical quality metrics to track product performance and drive accountability.
3. Lead product and gate reviews to validate design robustness and manufacturability in terms of critical quality deliverables.

Customer Focus & Risk Management

1. Act as the voice of the customer (VOC) by incorporating feedback into product design and quality enhancements.
2. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address potential failure modes early in the development cycle.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment (telephone, PC, copier, etc.).
2. Travel to other sites within the EMEA region is required.

SKILLS

Essential:

1. Expertise in DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, 8D problem-solving, and Six Sigma methodologies.
2. Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
3. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive impactful quality improvement.

Desirable:

1. Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
2. Experience in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or high-tech industries.
3. Proficiency in PowerSteering, JIRA, Power BI, Smartsheet, SAP, and other program management tools.

EXPERIENCE

8-10 years of relevant experience, recognized as an expert in quality management, product development, and program management (including collaboration with external partners).

EDUCATION

Essential: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).